The Chaebol Family’s Youngest Daughter Doesn’t Hide Her Acting Skills - Chapter 63

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Episode 63

 

The next morning.

 

As soon as I opened my eyes, I headed to the main house of Jaedamjae.

 

The phone call with Park Yeon-hui kept circling in my mind. No matter how I thought about it, I had to ask Grandfather about his intentions behind orchestrating this massive scheme.

 

Grandfather’s room, which I entered after being guided, was filled with the subtle scent of incense.

 

No matter when I came, I could feel the solemn atmosphere that seemed to shout ‘This is the chairman’s room.’

 

“Sae-i, you’re here.”

 

Grandfather welcomed me while setting down a premium teacup.

 

But something was strange.

 

I had heard that he was resting to recover his health after being discharged from the hospital, but Grandfather’s complexion now was better than most idols. His skin was so glossy it practically gleamed.

 

‘…Is this really recuperation? Did he secretly dig up some wild ginseng?’

 

Was this the honey skin that capitalism creates, which I’d only heard about? I set aside my doubts for a moment and carefully sat across from him.

 

“Grandfather, I came because I have something to ask you.”

 

“You mean about that girl Park Yeon-hui?”

 

Grandfather leisurely took a sip of tea as if he knew everything.

 

“Yes. I heard that Park Yeon-hui came to Wave Actors. Did you perhaps…”

 

“I put her there.”

 

As expected. Grandfather nodded calmly.

 

“It would look strange if I only had you. A company that received tons of investment started an entertainment agency just to raise one rookie actor?”

 

That’s true. Usually they bring famous actors first.

 

“Would those reporter bastards stay quiet? They’d start investigating your background immediately.”

 

Grandfather’s eyes gleamed sharply.

 

“It would be troublesome if it came out that you’re my blood, wouldn’t it?”

 

“That’s true, but…”

 

“The story changes when an actor like Park Yeon-hui stands as the face of the company.”

 

He meant he intervened in Park Yeon-hui’s situation so I wouldn’t be exposed and attacked.

 

Grandfather changed the future for my sake. While my heart felt warm, I was also worried.

 

“But that representative has a bad reputation. If there’s trouble with contracts, I’m worried it might cause problems for you, Grandfather…”

 

“Heh, what can a small fry like that do?”

 

Grandfather snorted and waved his hand dismissively.

 

“Why should I fear someone who reeks of corruption? Embezzlement, gambling… I pulled some strings, so they have no choice but to let her go without a peep.”

 

Wow, how scary.

 

I never knew Grandfather’s words about “pulling some strings” could sound so menacing.

 

With a business mogul stepping in, the Mora Agency representative probably wouldn’t even be able to save his bones.

 

“The adults will handle such dirty work, so you don’t need to worry about it. You just focus on acting hard.”

 

Grandfather patted the back of my hand with his rough hand. That touch was so reassuring that I had to suppress the emotions welling up inside me.

 

“Thank you, Grandfather. I’ll really work hard at acting.”

 

“Yes, yes. My puppy.”

 

In the warm atmosphere, Grandfather smiled contentedly while fiddling with his teacup.

 

Then suddenly, he started glancing at me sideways, gauging my reaction.

 

“…By the way, Sae-i.”

 

“Yes?”

 

“…Which grandfather, this grandfather?”

 

…What?

 

What kind of question is this? It’s not like asking whether you like mom or dad better.

 

It would be a strange question even if it were paternal grandfather versus maternal grandfather. My paternal grandfather passed away before I was even born.

 

I tilted my head, not understanding what he meant.

 

“What do you mean by that?”

 

Then Grandfather coughed loudly.

 

“Ahem! Cough! No, I mean! The Seohe Electronics commercial!”

 

Grandfather raised his voice as if he felt wronged.

 

“You were absolutely dripping honey from your eyes there. Calling him grandfather and grandpa while smiling so brightly! You were so affectionate!”

 

“Ah…”

 

“Tell me honestly. Do you like that fake grandfather, or do you like this grandfather who’s your real blood?”

 

My goodness. The great Chairman Joo of Dongwoo Group was jealous over just acting in a Seohe Electronics commercial.

 

“This grandfather can even give you buildings…”

 

“Grandfather…”

 

“If you don’t like that, how about gold bars, hm?”

 

Is this Grandpa Produce 101 or what? Why are you appealing with such things…

 

Isn’t the scale of your appeal too big to begin with? Buildings? Gold bars?

 

For someone with a common citizen mindset like me, who would be appealed to just by an offer to upsize my milk tea and add bubble cheese foam milk foam, these conditions were far too excessive.

 

When I didn’t answer, seeing Grandfather’s face clearly showing he was sulking, I couldn’t hold back my laughter.

 

***

 

The end of filming means freedom…

 

Not really, but normal school attendance.

 

After being dragged to school by Ryu Dokyung, the classroom atmosphere was different from the moment I arrived.

 

To be honest, I had been on my classmates’ bad side since I helped Woon Seong-ha when he was surrounded by Ju Suyeon and her group last time.

 

Kids who would normally treat me like I was invisible or keep their distance while watching Ju Suyeon’s mood all flocked to my desk.

 

“Sae-i, I saw the preview! It was amazing!”

 

“You really are a celebrity…! You look so good on camera!”

 

Each of my friends was holding a phone. On their screens, I was looking at Dojehyeon with a wistful expression and crying.

 

“Are you really close with Dojehyeon? How was it during filming?”

 

“What’s Dojehyeon’s personality like? Is he as nice as he is on TV? Is his face really that small?”

 

A barrage of questions poured out.

 

Everyone seemed more curious about Dojehyeon’s real-life review than my acting. Among them was a familiar face.

 

“Sae-i, I’m a huge fan of Dojehyeon. Could you get me an autograph later?”

 

It was a girl who used to stick around Ju Suyeon. The very lackey who giggled and watched when Seong-ha was being bullied.

 

I almost let out a hollow laugh at how shamelessly she even linked arms with me.

 

Stories about handsome men are nourishment for growing girls. I could understand being more interested in Dojehyeon than me a hundred times over.

 

But she should have some shame.

 

The kid who loudly mocked Seong-ha next to Ju Suyeon was now pretending to be friendly.

 

Inside, I wanted to shake off her arm immediately, but I gathered all my social skills to my soul and stretched my lips into a smile.

 

“The set is so busy that personal requests are a bit difficult.”

 

“Ah, you can’t even do that much for a classmate?”

 

“Instead, please watch the drama a lot when it airs.”

 

I skillfully drew the line while flashing a business smile.

 

After roughly handling the situation and sitting down, I finally felt like I could breathe a little.

 

“Phew, so draining.”

 

I put down my bag and looked at the seat next to me.

 

Woon Seong-ha. My desk partner, my only friend…

 

Despite all the commotion, Seong-ha was just quietly looking down at his script.

 

“Seong-ha, hi.”

 

I greeted him cheerfully. But.

 

“…Oh? Oh, hi.”

 

His response was short. It seemed awkward too.

 

Moreover, even while answering, his gaze remained fixed on his script.

 

Normally he would have shyly said ‘You’re here?’ but his reaction was quite lukewarm.

 

I rested my chin on my desk and stared at him intently.

 

“Seong-ha, didn’t you watch the preview?”

 

“…I watched it.”

 

“Oh, really? How was it? I think I came out pretty well, don’t you?”

 

At my question, Woon Seong-ha finally turned his head. His expression was strangely sulky. His lips were pouted out, and his eyes were full of dissatisfaction.

 

“You came out well.”

 

What good does it do to just say I came out well? Hey, your face is completely full of complaints right now!

 

“…You and Jehyeon were practically dripping honey from your eyes.”

 

“Huh?”

 

“It was like you two were in your own world. You looked good together.”

 

Woon Seong-ha spat out his words in what he thought was a sharp tone, then abruptly turned his head away.

 

His hands flipping through the script were so rough they made pak, pak sounds. It was like he was advertising that he was in a bad mood.

 

“…?”

 

I blinked in bewilderment.

 

It seemed like a compliment, but why did his tone sound so thorny?

 

Just a few days ago, this kid was acting all sweet asking for acting advice, so why is he suddenly like this?

 

Could it be…

 

‘Is it puberty?’

 

I just glanced at Woon Seong-ha’s profile as he seemed to be sulking for reasons unknown to me. Never dreaming that it was jealousy directed at Dojehyeon.

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